Car financing: 2018 BMW X5
Rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one for you. Rated 9.3 to 14.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 5 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 9.3 to 14.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 5
For sale
Rent a 2018 BMW X5 for a week to try it on your own roads, and tell us what you want: we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2018 BMW X5 specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo hybrid | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo | 4.4L 8-cylinder turbo |
| Drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Diesel | Plug-in hybrid | Premium gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 10.3 L/100 km | 10.2 L/100 km | 12.8 L/100 km | 13.0 L/100 km | 16.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 8.0 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 9.3 L/100 km | 9.9 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km | 11.5 L/100 km | 14.2 L/100 km |
| Electric range | See the trims | 869 km | See the trims | See the trims | See the trims |
| CO₂ | 249 g/km | 154 g/km | 265 g/km | 270 g/km | 331 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $14.42 | $15.35 | $19.78 | $20.13 | $24.85 |
2018 BMW X5: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.0 L | 2.0 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L | 4.4 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 23 | 23 | 18 | 18 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 29 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 20 |
| MPG combined (US) | 25 | 24 | 21 | 20 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 30 | 29 | 25 | 24 | 20 |
| Charge at 240 V | 3 hours | ||||
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,850 | US$3,400 | US$3,900 | US$4,100 | US$5,000 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,884 | $3,070 | $3,956 | $4,026 | $4,970 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2018 BMW X5
- NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (15), engine (11) and fuel/propulsion system (11). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V608000 | 2024-08-13 | electrical system:wiring:connectors/plugs/receptacles | BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi... |
| 21V586000 | 2021-07-29 | fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2018 328d, 328d xDrive, X5 xDrive35d, 2014-2016 535d, 535d xDrive, 2015 740Ld xDrive, and 2015-2017 X3 xDrive28d vehicles. The high-pressure fuel pump may fail. |
| 18V652000 | 2018-09-20 | equipment:electrical | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW 330e iPerformance, i3 Rex, i3 Sport Rex, X5 xDrive40e, i3 BEV, i3 Sport BEV and 2019 i8 and i8 Roadster vehicles and 2018-2019 530e iPerformance, 530e xDrive iPerformance and 740Le xDrive iPerformance vehicles. Capacitors within the TurboCord Portable... |
| 18V439000 | 2018-06-28 | suspension:front:control arm:lower arm | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 xDrive35i, X5 xDrive50i, X5 xDrive35d, and X6 sDrive35i vehicles. The pivot bolt on the front lower-left control arm may not have been properly hardened, which may cause the control arm to break. |
| 17V727000 | 2017-11-17 | suspension | BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2018 BMW X5 SAV, X5 M SAV, X6 SAV, and X6 M SAV vehicles. Bolts that secure the front suspension may not have been properly tightened. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2018 BMW X5 for buyers
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2018 BMW X5 for sale by us right now. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page puts the 2018 BMW X5 in plain words for buyers: what it uses, what to check, and how to try one first.
A buyer's checks
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and fuel/propulsion system; have those parts checked.
The numbers in plain words
The 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo, paired with an 8-speed automatic, drives it. It runs on diesel, sold at most highway stations. All-wheel drive helps when pulling away on snow; braking and steering still depend on the tires.
Fuel use is rated 9.3 L/100 km combined, so 300 km needs about 28 litres. In energy, every 100 km costs about $14.42 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,850 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
How big it is
As a full-size SUV, it sits higher than a sedan, which makes getting in and loading easier.
When the X5 makes sense
It suits client visits, weddings and special weekends. Its all-wheel drive suits winter roads and trips to ski country.
Try before you buy
If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. A test week in the X5 tells you more than any review.
Running costs
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. The EPA estimates US$3,850 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Narrowing it down
Within the 2018 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Ready when you are
A week with the car can save a costly mistake: request it now.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2018 BMW X5 from us first.
Ask us about the 2018 BMW X5
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2018 BMW X5 for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2018 BMW X5
Does CarmaCars sell the 2018 BMW X5?
CarmaCars rents cars and sells one now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2018 BMW X5 before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2018 BMW X5 have recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2018 BMW X5 cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,850 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2884.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.